Terms for the seller 2nd have generally been 5%, interest only, 5 years.I'm only considering properties under this scenario that cashflow well immediately, hence the i/o payments, in addition to having a strong value-add element.

This conforms to the traditional seasonal trend.Rentals - Months of SupplyThe supply for our target rental property profile stands at about 1.2 months, remaining flat year-over-year.

Depending on the condition, I would guess (and I can't state this enough, it is a guess) around $1,250.

This is an insanely open ended question but the sum of this is that I'm having trouble getting started in multi-family and apartment buildings.

Purchase price: $150,000 Cash invested: $150,000 Rental of duplex What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

However, the impact of this method depends on how interest is calculated on your loan (e.g., daily vs. monthly compounding).Bi-Weekly Payments: Paying bi-weekly effectively means you're making one extra payment each year (26 half-payments vs. 12 full payments).

What are the alternative choices if you don't pursue this?

Does anyone know what kind of lender willing to offer financing with 10% down for this type of deal?

I've had negative experiences with a bad general contractor and a non-paying renter (leading to an eviction), so I'm being extra cautious in selecting the right lender this time.Could anyone recommend a trustworthy lender in the Los Angeles area who can guide me through this difficult time?

Is the only place where this works some sort of a private loan with a local private investor who understands your situation?